Going on an expedition means embracing adventure and stepping out of your comfort zone. But with every thrill comes a responsibility—safety should never be compromised. Whether you're camping, hiking, or boating, having reliable power is essential when the sun sets. That’s where a port

Here's a post from the Fire Service, Inc. Facebook page: We'd like to give a big shoutout to Chief Bob Tutko and the Homer Township Fire Department for receiving their newly refurbished 2002 Pierce Dash pumper. The entire renovation was done right here at our St. John facility by our skilled team.

This is a follow-up from Steve Redick regarding the 1974 Chicago 5-11 fire at 1520 S. Indiana Avenue. He recently shared some new information that adds more depth to the story. I originally posted this a while back, but I’ve just received some additional details to share. A long-time fan na

Excerpts from Firehouse.com: Firefighters often assume that being in full turnout gear means they're fully protected from toxins and carcinogens. But new research is challenging that belief. Currently, a multi-institutional study is taking place at the Illinois Fire Service Institute (IF

This post from the Fire Service, Inc. Facebook page highlights a recent project completed for the Homer Township Fire Department: We’d like to extend our gratitude to Chief Bob Tutko and the Homer Township FPD for choosing Fire Service, Inc. to restore their 2002 Pierce Dash pumper. The refu

This is a follow-up from Steve Redick regarding the 5-11 alarm in Chicago, specifically at 1520 S. Indiana in 1974: > "I originally shared this a while back, but I recently received some new information to add. A longtime fan, Chuck Bleck, was working in the insurance industry at the time and creat

Excerpts from Firehouse.com: Firefighters often assume that their turnout gear offers full protection against toxins and carcinogens. But new research is challenging that belief. A multi-institutional study led by the Illinois Fire Service Institute (IFSI) is examining not just the conta

Explore more images from the Lincolnshire-Riverwoods Fire Protection District's 75th Anniversary Open House, a celebration of community, service, and tradition. This event brought together residents, firefighters, and families for a day filled with education, entertainment, and unforgettable moments

Explore more images from the Lincolnshire-Riverwoods Fire Protection District's 75th Anniversary Open House event, a celebration of community, service, and tradition. This year’s event brought together residents, firefighters, and families for a day filled with interactive demonstrations, his

The Chicago Tribune is reporting this morning that a 61-year-old Chicago firefighter, who had served for 18 years, passed away overnight after suffering a cardiac arrest just hours after responding to a fire on the South Side. The Cook County Medical Examiner's office confirmed his death, though his

Chicago firefighters responded to a fire at an industrial building in the 9200 block of South Baltimore Avenue early on December 14, 2015. A critical incident occurred when a firefighter fell through an open floor hole during the operation. A Mayday alert was issued with a Still & Box Alarm and EMS

Here's a message from Steve Redick: I remember taking in a powerful scene from a hotel fire on Montrose Avenue, a dramatic high-rise blaze on South Shore Drive (which had several fires over the years), and a tragic fire at the Conrad Hilton Hotel. My dad and I watched it all unfold, and I still rec